Analytical Scientist at Spectrix… · San Diego

Job Description

Spectrix Analytical Services, LLC is seeking a highly motivated BS- or MS-level chemist with small molecule analytical and purification skills to work in our laboratories to advance drug discovery programs toward the clinic. In this laboratory-based position, the successful candidate will perform high throughput purification of small molecule pharmaceuticals from medicinal chemists. This includes the purification of compounds from focused chemical libraries or singleton samples with mass-directed reversed-phase High Performance Liquid Chromatography (RP-HPLC). She/he will maintain close interactions with scientists from Discovery Chemistry, Discovery Process Chemistry and Parallel Medicinal Chemistry teams to expedite the compound design-synthesis-test iterations. Strong people skills and the ability to thrive in a team and goal driven environment are key attributes. The job location is in San Diego, CA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily system suitability check on LCMS instrumentation
• Maintain instrument in good working condition and perform troubleshooting analysis and maintenance as required
• Assist with preliminary screening experiments prior to sample purification and post purification sample downstream handling
• Conduct large scale (grams) purification work for small molecules
• Support lab operations and maintain general lab orderliness
• Assist in the maintenance of a safe working environment and operate in a safe manner
• Other duties and assignments as needed to support the lab operations in the purification lab as well as sample management

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Analytical, Synthetic organic, Medicinal Chemistry or related chemistry degree with 5 years of experience or a Masters Degree in the same areas with 2 years of experience is required
• Minimum of 3 years purification and mass spectrometry experience required
• Knowledge of modern analytical techniques, such as analytical HPLC and mass spectrometry
• Independent thinking and the ability to effectively collaborate in a highly matrixed environment
• Detail oriented with strong organization and communication skills
• Experience with managing and mentoring a small team. Customer service experience is a plus.
• Experience with Shimadzu and/or Waters equipment with Masslynx software preferred

Spectrix offers flexible schedules, competitive salaries, and a committed work environment to its employees; the company provides automatic benefits of life insurance and short and long term disability insurance. Optional benefits for full time employees include health, dental, and vision insurance, college loan assistance, and an employer matched retirement savings plan. Spectrix is not a placement agency.

Spectrix is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Spectrix complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Spectrix is participating in the E-Verify program of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (phone number: 888-897-7781, and website: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• LCMS: 3 years (Required)
• HPLC: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person